The Salvation Army’s Women’s Shelter in Calgary isn’t just a safe space for women seeking a haven – it’s a place where they have access to opportunities and resources that encourage them to better themselves by setting achievable goals. Louann is one of those women. “I am rebuilding my foundation,” Louann says. “I am taking  […]

In March, Clement Manaigre celebrated his birthday in a gym full of his peers and friends. The group enjoyed a buffet lunch of perogies, cabbage rolls, meatballs, veggies and coleslaw, topped off with a huge sheet cake. There was even live music performed by the corps officers from Living Hope Community Church. The celebration was  […]

In March, 12 high school students from Emmanuel Evangelical Free Church in Steinbach, Manitoba, gave up their spring break to serve others by volunteering at The Salvation Army’s Barbara Mitchell Family Resource Centre and Community Venture in Winnipeg. The youths worked with seniors’ groups, babies and new mothers, children, and individuals with disabilities as part  […]

WINNIPEG, MB – On Friday, October 18th, colleagues and friends gathered together for a surprise luncheon to commemorate 15 years of faithful service given by Florence Quan, Family Life Coordinator at Barbara Mitchell Family Resource Centre, to the children, women, and men in the community of Alpine Place, Winnipeg.   Florence loves acronyms so, after  […]

The Salvation Army Barbara Mitchell Family Resource Centre Receives Funding from Manitoba Sports Opportunities Program Winnipeg, MB – On Monday, March 25th, The Salvation Army Barbara Mitchell Family Resource Centre was abuzz with excitement as Premier Greg Selinger announced funding for the Centre’s youth programs through the province’s Sports Opportunities Program. “We know that investing  […]

  Winnipeg, MB – Each year The Salvation Army provides valuable support and programs to new Canadians in our community.  One of the valuable programs offered is the Life and Employability Enhancement Program (LEEP) which provides war-affected youth, ages 15-30, insight into Canadian culture, health, job skills, safety, self-esteem and communication skills.  This program empowers  […]